Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Projects
References
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Bonnie Argo

Los Angeles

Summary

Motivated team player, and hardworking with strong history of leading by example with an energetic and positive personality to exceed expectations. Dedicated with internal drive to meet goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender

Tiki No
Los Angeles
02.2025 - Current
  • Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.
  • Made friendly conversation with customers to provide enjoyable bar experience.

Bartender

The Hideaway
Los Angeles
02.2025 - Current
  • Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
  • Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.

Bar Director, Vip Hospitality, Server

Bourbon Room
Los Angeles
12.2019 - 01.2025
  • Controlled labor costs by adjusting schedules and workflows to align with anticipated customer demands.
  • Managed daily cash handling activities such as deposits and credit card reconciliations.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Ordered liquor, beer and wine supplies to maintain an adequate stock level.
  • Developed and implemented bar policies, procedures and standards.

Maitre D'

L'-antica Pizzeria
Los Angeles
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Tracked seated guests and available seating using computer-based and mobile reservation software.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly in order to maintain high levels of satisfaction.
  • Recorded guest comments or complaints, escalating to management for immediate resolution.

Concierge

So Spa, Sofitel Los Angeles
Los Angeles
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Informed guests of spa services, programs and activities over the phone and in person.
  • Made guests feel at home and a part of the french spa culture.
  • Sold products, and upgraded services for them to have a full journey retreat

Stylist

LF Stores
Los Angeles
10.2016 - 02.2019
  • Managed the entire shopping experience for the client, putting together outfits and providing personalized style tips

Cosmetologist

Crown Beauty Bar
Fayetteville
08.2013 - 05.2016
  • Managed and marketed my own clientele.
  • Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
  • I was the top seller in products multiple times

Waitress/Hostess/Cashier

Upper Crust Pizza
Jonesboro
05.2010 - 08.2010
  • Communicated effectively with customers to establish preferences and dietary restrictions and make food and beverage recommendations

Education

Acting -

American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Los Angeles, California
04.2025

Cosmetology -

Paul Mitchell The School Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
01.2012

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Anticipating guest needs
  • Event hosting
  • Problem solving
  • Sales techniques

Projects

Disney Princess youtube channel, Actor USC student film, Actor Hollywood Film Festival, Host Stand in work for Charlize Theron, Actor Infomercial for Mirajo, spokesperson Smashbox Studios, Model Shop Ban.do, Model Hashtag Lilac, Model Dish Network, Model Peri. A, Model

References

  • Hillary Butorac, Owner at Bourbon Room, 323-791-0949
  • Matthew Weaver, Owner at Bourbon Room, 310-880-1636
  • Janet Billig Owner at Bourbon Room, 310-430-4674

Timeline

Bartender

Tiki No
02.2025 - Current

Bartender

The Hideaway
02.2025 - Current

Bar Director, Vip Hospitality, Server

Bourbon Room
12.2019 - 01.2025

Concierge

So Spa, Sofitel Los Angeles
02.2019 - 12.2019

Maitre D'

L'-antica Pizzeria
01.2019 - 01.2020

Stylist

LF Stores
10.2016 - 02.2019

Cosmetologist

Crown Beauty Bar
08.2013 - 05.2016

Waitress/Hostess/Cashier

Upper Crust Pizza
05.2010 - 08.2010

Acting -

American Academy of Dramatic Arts

Cosmetology -

Paul Mitchell The School Arkansas

University of Arkansas
Bonnie Argo